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Bismol Syrup: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects in Pakistan

Bismol Syrup (Bismuth Subsalicylate) ke quick uses, dose guide, side effects, warnings, aur buying price range.

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated:

OTC

Form

TABLET

Strength

2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg

Manufacturer

Macter International Ltd.

Estimated price

Rs. 172.46

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What is Bismol Syrup used for?

  • Acute diarrhea (Bukhar se zyada peeche bukhar)
  • Loose motions (Kamzori)
  • Stomach inflammation (Dard)
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Important warnings

  • Avoid using Bismol Syrup if you have allergy to bismuth
  • Had severe drug reactions before
  • Have unexplained black stools

Bismol Syrup Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Price in Pakistan

1. Quick Info (Mukhtasir Maloomat)

FieldDetails
Brand NameBismol
Generic NameBismuth Subsalicylate
Strength2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg
FormSyrup
Drug ClassAnti-diarrheal
ManufacturerMacter International Ltd.
PrescriptionRx (doctor ke baghair na lein)
PriceRs. 180 - 350 approx
Packaging10 tablets blister pack

2. What is Bismol Syrup? (Bismol Syrup kya hai)

Bismol Syrup is an anti-diarrheal medicine commonly prescribed in Pakistan. Its active ingredient, Bismuth Subsalicylate, helps control symptoms related to inflammation or infection. Simple: Bismol Syrup uses (kis kaam aati hai)

3. Uses (Fayde / Kis kaam aati hai)

  • Acute diarrhea (Bukhar se zyada peeche bukhar)
  • Loose motions (Kamzori)
  • Stomach inflammation (Dard)
  • Fluid loss control (Pani ki zaroorat)
  • Bowel irritation (Khilafat)
  • Digestive upset (Gastric upset)
  • Intestinal discomfort (Dard)
  • Mild stomach infection (Bukhar)

4. Who Should Take (Kis ko leni chahiye)

  • Adults with acute diarrhea
  • Children over [X] years old as per pediatrician advice
  • Individuals experiencing stomach inflammation

5. When NOT to Take (Kab nahi leni chahiye)

  • If you have an allergy to bismuth
  • If you had severe drug reactions before
  • If you have unexplained black stools
  • If you are sensitive to stomach medicines

6. Dosage (Kitni leni hai)

  • As prescribed
  • Weight-based dose
  • Recommended limit se zyada na len
  • Agar dose bhool jayein to yaad aane par le lein. Agar agli dose ka waqt qareeb ho to dose skip karein. Double dose kabhi na lein.

7. How to Take (Kaise leni hai)

  • Once daily (roz ek dafa)
  • Same time (har din aik hi waqt)
  • Morning preferred (subah lena behtar)
  • With or without food (khane ke sath ya baghair)

8. Best Time (Kab leni chahiye)

  • Morning (subah)
  • Daily same time (routine maintain karein)

9. Empty Stomach or After Food (Khali pait ya khane ke baad)

  • Dono taraf se le sakte hain — khali pait ya khane ke baad. Agar stomach sensitive ho to khane ke baad lena behtar hai.

10. Warnings (Ihtiyat)

  • Avoid using Bismol Syrup if you have allergy to bismuth
  • Had severe drug reactions before
  • Have unexplained black stools

11. Precautions (Ahm ehtiyaat)

  • Cool aur dry jagah rakhein
  • Direct sunlight se door rakhein
  • Bachon ki pahunch se door rakhein

12. Side Effects (Nuksanat)

  • Nausea, Constipation, Black stools
  • Breathing issue, Fainting, Severe swelling

13. Drug Interactions (Dawaon ke sath reaction)

  • NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)
  • Antacids and other stomach medications

BP zyada gir sakta hai — danger ho sakta hai.

14. When to See Doctor (Kab doctor ke paas jayein)

  • Severe stomach pain
  • Behoshi (fainting)
  • Chest pain

15. Alternatives (Sasti Dusri Dawaein)

Brand NameCompanySalt (Generic)
Generic brandVariousBismuth Subsalicylate
Alternative brandVariousBismuth Subsalicylate

16. Price in Pakistan (Price kitni hai)

Pack SizePrice (Approx)
10 tabletsRs. 180 - 350 approx

(Note: Price pharmacy aur packing size par depend karti hai)

17. FAQs (Aksar poochay jane walay sawalat)

Q: Bismol Syrup kis kaam aati hai?

A: Doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain.

Q: Kitni mg ki hoti hai?

A: Exact strength pack label aur doctor ki advice se pata chalega.

Q: Pakistan mein price kitni hai?

A: Price city aur pharmacy ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai.

Q: Pregnancy mein safe hai kya?

A: Self-use na karein. Doctor se pooch kar hi use karein.

Q: Nuksanat kya hain?

A: Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein.

18. Medical Review (Medical jaiza)

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated: 2026-03-31 Last Updated: 2026-04-22

19. Disclaimer (Zaroori tanbeeh)

Is page ki maloomat sirf awareness ke liye hai. Yeh medical advice nahi hai. Koi bhi dawa lene se pehle apne doctor ya pharmacist se zaroor milein. PakVita kisi bhi nuksaan ki zimmedari nahi leta.

Brand alternatives, same-class options, and other medicines used for the same conditions as Bismol Syrup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Bismol Syrup kis kaam aati hai?

Doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain.

Kitni mg ki hoti hai?

Exact strength pack label aur doctor ki advice se pata chalega.

Pakistan mein price kitni hai?

Price city aur pharmacy ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai.

Pregnancy mein safe hai kya?

Self-use na karein. Doctor se pooch kar hi use karein.

Nuksanat kya hain?

Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein.

Sources

  1. DRAP Registered Products Database Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
  2. WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. (2023) World Health Organization
  3. British National Formulary (BNF) BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press

Medical disclaimer

This page is for educational use only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always confirm diagnosis, dose, and interactions with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting or changing any medicine.